Riyadh: Members of Saudi Arabia's Masam project successfully removed 1,009 explosive devices from different areas of Yemen last week.

The cleared items included 928 unexploded ordnances, 78 anti-tank mines, and three anti-personnel mines, according to a recent report.

These hazardous materials were planted across the country without distinction, posing significant threats to civilians, including children, women, and the elderly.

Demining operations took place in Marib, Aden, Jouf, Shabwa, Taiz, Hodeidah, Lahij, Sanaa, Al-Bayda, Al-Dhale, and Saada.

Since its launch in 2018, the Masam project has now cleared a total of 558,016 mines, with an additional 6,827 devices removed in April alone.

The objective of this initiative is to clear villages, roads, and schools to ensure safe passage for civilians and facilitate humanitarian aid distribution.

Additionally, the project focuses on training local demining engineers and providing them with modern equipment.

Furthermore, it offers support to Yemenis injured by these explosive devices.

Saudi Arabia, through its humanitarian arm KSrelief, continues its efforts to clear mines from Yemeni territory.

This aims to enhance civilian safety and enable people to live in a safe and dignified environment.